The author of the appeals court decision that legalized Google Books last April told attendees that the case was not close. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2017-03-16 00:00:00 UTC ]
With no single title emerging as the big book of the fair, and gossip still focused on recent reports about the $65 million advance the Obamas landed from Penguin Random House, a number of novels have been the subject of chatter. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2017-03-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
Last Fall, Michiel Kolman was elected to succeed Bloomsbury’s Richard Charkin as president of the International Publishers Association (IPA)—and he takes over at a tumultuous time. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2017-03-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
Surging visitor numbers and a weaker pound have buoyed spirits at a busy 2017 London Book Fair. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2017-03-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
In its unusual criteria of stories that "engage with some aspect of medicine, health, or illness," the Wellcome Prize is for fiction and nonfiction The post Wellcome Book Prize Shortlist Announced at London Book Fair appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2017-03-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
With publicity agents churning out releases and publishers' stands hectic with meetings, London Book Fair has opened its crowded three-day schedule. The post London Book Fair Opens on an Upbeat, Busy Note appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2017-03-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
For his forthcoming book, Walkaway, out in April, the bestselling author has devised a novel approach to selling the digital edition. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2017-03-14 00:00:00 UTC ]
At Quantum, the London Book Fair's pre-conference, topics of discussion ranged from the popularity of obscure sub-genres among teens to best practices when using Facebook Live. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2017-03-14 00:00:00 UTC ]
In a smooth transition to its new Nielsen-partnered format, London Book Fair's flagship Quantum Conference leans on data, optimism, and conversation. The post At London Book Fair’s Quantum Conference: Stakes and Statistics appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2017-03-14 00:00:00 UTC ]
Pan Macmillan's international development director Jonathan Atkins shares his top tips for London Book Fair and his memories of past fairs. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2017-03-14 00:00:00 UTC ]
Excited about a debut psychological thriller, Toronto-based Westwood Creative Artists is a London Book Fair's International Rights Center this week. The post Rights Watch: Canada’s Westwood Creative Artists at London Book Fair appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2017-03-14 00:00:00 UTC ]
For a second year in a row, publishers arrived at the London Book Fair with the wind at their backs. Will Brexit change that? Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2017-03-14 00:00:00 UTC ]
Amazon Publishing, the largest publisher of translations, will be at the London Book Fair with a rights list of suspense, memoir and literary titles. The post Amazon Publishing at London Book Fair: Literary Fiction, Suspense, Memoir appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2017-03-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
As London Book Fair's opening approaches, we look at another round of titles on offer in this year's bustling, sold-out International Rights Center. The post Rights Watch: Books Headed to the London Book Fair’s Rights Center appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2017-03-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
Steve Bohme, research director at Nielsen Book Research U.K. said British print book purchases rose for the second year in a row. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2017-03-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
With an application deadline of April 30, Frankfurt's Fellows will bring together an international cohort of publishers, editors, and rights specialists. The post Frankfurt Book Fair’s Fellowship Program Is Open for 2017 Applications appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2017-03-10 00:00:00 UTC ]
In a new conference partnership this year, Nielsen's BookInsights and London Book Fair's Quantum come together to emphasize data, consumer comprehension, and actionable insights for publishers. The post Nielsen’s BookInsights and London Book Fair’s Quantum: Collaborative Conferencing appeared... Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2017-03-10 00:00:00 UTC ]
BookExpo has named its finalists for its Editors’ Buzz program, which highlights titles expected to resonate with readers in 2017. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2017-03-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
Harry Potter star Emma Watson has been leaving books in public places for readers to find. Continue reading >> [ Source: BBC News | 2017-03-08 00:00:00 UTC ]
With Frankfurt's agents and scouts center an early sell-out, the fair recommends quick bookings in the Publishers Rights Corner, scheduled for October 10. The post Frankfurt Book Fair’s LitAg Sells Out; Publishers Rights Corner Is Open appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2017-03-08 00:00:00 UTC ]